Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
449615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seem.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. : 148 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448947

Common Names

  • Maesa vitiensis
  • Maesa Vitiensis Bush
  • Vitiensis Bush

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Synonyms

  • Maesa stenophylla A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Maesa neriifolia Gillespie [unknown]
  • Maesa lenticellata Gillespie [unknown]

Description

Maesa vitiensis (also called Fijian Maesa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Fiji. It grows up to 4 m in height and has oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maesa vitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and is a low maintenance plant. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Maesa vitiensis are white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maesa vitiensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Maesa vitiensis

Maesa vitiensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Maesa vitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maesa vitiensis?

Maesa vitiensis

What is the family of Maesa vitiensis?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Maesa vitiensis?

Viti's Maesa

Species in the Maesa genus

Maesa fruticosa, Maesa forbesii, Maesa ferruginea, Maesa eramangensis, Maesa glomerata, Maesa efatensis, Maesa edulis, Maesa gaudichaudii, Maesa grandifolia, Maesa grandiflora, Maesa samoana, Maesa spectabilis, Maesa serpentino-picta, Maesa robinsonii, Maesa sarasinii, Maesa ruficaulis, Maesa rubiginosa, Maesa sayersii, Maesa truncata, Maesa tongensis, Maesa tomentella, Maesa tenuifolia, Maesa striata, Maesa tabacifolia, Maesa subdendata, Maesa rheophytica, Maesa tetrandra, Maesa pipericarpa, Maesa pickeringii, Maesa persicifolia, Maesa pentecostes, Maesa parviflora, Maesa papuana, Maesa paniculata, Maesa palauensis, Maesa reinwardtii, Maesa regia, Maesa reflexa, Maesa pisocarpa, Maesa purpureohirsuta, Maesa platyphylla, Maesa pulchella, Maesa pubescens, Maesa protracta, Maesa procumbens, Maesa procera, Maesa populifolia, Maesa warburgii, Maesa ziroensis, Maesa welwitschii,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,